The Astrology House

A Novel

De: Carinn Jade

Narrado por: Amanda Dolan, Sean Patrick Hopkins, Gilli Messer, Soneela Nankani, Allyson Ryan, Sura Siu, Carinn Jade

A group of wealthy Manhattanites escape to an astrology-themed retreat, where simmering resentments and long-held secrets lead to a shocking death in this fresh, twisty, and suspenseful debut in the vein of Liane Moriarty and Katy Hays.

Margot needs a minute. She’s been working eighty-hour weeks as a newly minted partner at her law firm. She’s disconnected from her brother, the only family she has left. And she’s still not pregnant after years of trying.

Stars Harbor Astrological Retreat promises rest, relaxation, and wisdom for Margot and her friends. With Instagram-worthy views and nightly astrology readings in an impeccably restored waterfront Victorian house, this getaway should be nothing but idyllic fun.

For Margot’s brother, Adam, it’s the perfect opportunity to rekindle the romance that fuels his writing. But his wife, Aimee, hides the darkness of her past with a beautiful social media feed. Their friend, Farah, is a successful doctor who cannot admit that she’s losing control.

Yet no one holds a greater secret than their astrologer host, Rini. She has a plan for all of her guests, and one of them won’t be leaving Stars Harbor alive.

©2024 Carinn Jade (P)2024 Simon & Schuster Audio

What an Amazing Read

I love this story by Carinn Jade. It was so good, so full of unexpected twists, and excellent character development that I wish I could read it again for the first time. I know I will come back to this tale again with the hopes of listening with a different ear (as it were) to see if I missed some clear clues the first go round.

Bit of a let down

I was excited to read a book with queer and polyamorous characters, but the way that tarot, queerness, and polyamory is written here is done so in a way that is sorely lacking and ends up with the feeling that the author doesn’t have much experience or knowledge of any of those things. The characters are all highly unlikable and not in a fun way. The twist is kind of interesting but is maybe the only intriguing thing in the book.

Twisty and bingeworthy

A unique premise that totally delivered! Loved the unpredictable twists, the drama, and the immersive setting. Such a fantastic debut and the narrators were wonderful as well.

Interesting premise but lacking in the character development and narrations

The premise was interesting but I found the last few chapters rushed and came across like something out of left field then as a plot twist. I honestly think that the plot holes and rushed ending were exacerbated by the lack of narration quality. Sorry narrators, sometimes it really was a struggle to listen to your character interpretation. One quality narrator who could read multiple parts would have made such a difference. Additionally it would have been more enjoyable to toss in some little hints at the truth along the way like breadcrumbs for the reader to find, interpret, and chew on. That’s what makes for a really great plot twist…. A little “I knew it” to go with the “no waaaayyy.

Could Definitely do without automated preview suggestion!!!!

Great Story! Good Narration! But I can barely digest the end of such a satisfying listen, let alone start my review, before that Most Annoying automated preview suggestion crap... I DO know for absolute positivity, that, that alone, would have stopped me from continuing with Audible.
Amazon has gotten too big & controlling to be respected anymore.

The stars can tell us so much

I really liked that the author Really studied Is astrology. She really
Told each person What could be in store for them.

Love love loved the story

This was so good, I didn't want it to end. I will look for more books by this author.

hooked from the beginning

the storyline is incredible. great ending. i couldn’t stop listening ! felt connected to all the characters

An amazing story

I am not one to leave reviews, but what a read! I couldn't stop listening! So many characters and stories. Entertaining!

I'm glad I picked this one up!

This was a really good book thatI would gladly recommend this book to other readers. Initially, I was drawn to it because of the astrological aspect, but I enjoyed it because of the storyline, which held my complete attention. The characters and readings were very believable, and the concept of a vacation retreat Astrology House fully intrigued me. I'd book my trip so quickly if ever one actually existed.